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Honda and Nissan expected to begin merger talks
11 hours, 17 minutes ago

Honda and Nissan expected to begin merger talks

Deccan Chronicle  

TOKYO: Honda and Nissan were poised Monday to announce the start of talks on a merger to help the Japanese giants catch up with Chinese rivals and Tesla on electric vehicles. Honda and Nissan -- Japan's number two and three automakers after Toyota -- are aiming to finalise a merger deal in June 2025, several media outlets said. Mitsubishi Motors, …

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Nissan, Honda announce plans to merge
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15 hours, 12 minutes ago

Nissan, Honda announce plans to merge

New Indian Express  

TOKYO: Japanese automakers Honda and Nissan have announced plans to work toward a merger, forming the world’s third-largest automaker by sales. The plans come as the industry undergoes dramatic changes in its transition away from fossil fuels. The two companies said they had signed a memorandum of understanding on Monday and that smaller Nissan alliance member Mitsubishi Motors also had …

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Slovak PM Fico holds talks with Putin during surprise Russia trip
15 hours, 12 minutes ago

Slovak PM Fico holds talks with Putin during surprise Russia trip

Al Jazeera  

Fico discussed the Ukraine war and the transport of Russian gas to Slovakia via Ukraine, according to statements. Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico has held one-on-one talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin during a surprise visit to Moscow, according to the Kremlin. Fico discussed “a peaceful end to the war” in Ukraine, according to a Facebook post by the Slovak …

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Colombia’s ELN rebels announce Christmas truce
22 hours, 32 minutes ago

Colombia’s ELN rebels announce Christmas truce

Associated Press  

BOGOTÁ, Colombia — Colombia’s largest remaining rebel group announced a unilateral truce on Sunday, to last until Jan. 3, the first since the previous ceasefire broke down in August. Colombian President Gustavo Petro shared the truce announcement on his X account, with a message saying that “the end of war, is the nation’s goal for 2025.” The group, known in …

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India, Kuwait elevate ties to strategic partnership following PM Modi's talks with top Kuwaiti leadership
1 day, 15 hours ago

India, Kuwait elevate ties to strategic partnership following PM Modi's talks with top Kuwaiti leadership

New Indian Express  

KUWAIT CITY: India and Kuwait on Sunday elevated their relationship to a strategic partnership after Prime Minister Narendra Modi held extensive talks with Kuwaiti Emir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah that focused on giving new momentum to the overall bilateral ties. In their meeting at the majestic Bayan Palace here, the two leaders especially deliberated on boosting cooperation in areas …

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Luis Enrique talks about PSG’s january transfer masterplan
1 day, 23 hours ago

Luis Enrique talks about PSG’s january transfer masterplan

The Hindu  

Paris St Germain will focus on developing their young talent rather than pursuing reinforcements in the January transfer window as it already have a strong squad, manager Luis Enrique said ahead of Sunday’s French Cup clash with RC Lens. If there’s an opportunity to improve the squad then great but we already have a very strong team.” Holders PSG will …

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Several buyers in talks to restart bankrupt Blokker; Retailers debts top €92 million
2 days, 15 hours ago

Several buyers in talks to restart bankrupt Blokker; Retailers debts top €92 million

NL Times  

Bankruptcy administrators of the bankrupt retail chain Blokker are still in talks with “several” potential buyers about a restart for the company. Blokker went bankrupt last month after continuous losses and troubles with paying off debts at the Dutch Tax Authority. It was reported in the bankruptcy report that the finance company Gordon Brothers is owed 26.7 million from Blokker. …

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Modi To Hold Talks With Kuwait Crown Prince, Emir On Dec 21-22 During First Visit By Indian PM In 43 Years
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3 days, 4 hours ago

Modi To Hold Talks With Kuwait Crown Prince, Emir On Dec 21-22 During First Visit By Indian PM In 43 Years

ABP News  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will embark on a visit to Kuwait on December 21 and 22, marking the first visit by an Indian Prime Minister to the Gulf nation in 43 years. MEA says this will be the first visit of an Indian Prime… pic.twitter.com/eYdEkXFv8R — ANI December 20, 2024 India's Ambassador To Kuwait Highlights Significance Of PM Modi's Visit …

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Apple AI in China: In talks with Tencent, ByteDance to roll out AI features, sources say
3 days, 10 hours ago

Apple AI in China: In talks with Tencent, ByteDance to roll out AI features, sources say

The Hindu  

Apple is in talks with Tencent and TikTok owner ByteDance about integrating their artificial intelligence models into iPhones sold in China, according to three sources familiar with the matter. ChatGPT is not available in China and the country's regulatory requirements mandate that generative AI services obtain government approval before public release, forcing Apple to seek local partners for its AI …

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China and India agree to work on solution to their border dispute in Himalayas: Beijing after Doval-Wang talks
3 days, 15 hours ago

China and India agree to work on solution to their border dispute in Himalayas: Beijing after Doval-Wang talks

India TV News  

Beijing: As National Security Advisor Ajit Doval left Beijing after his crucial talks with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi to normalise ties, China on Thursday said that the readouts issued by both countries after the talks shared "very much similar gist and elements" highlighting broader consensus. Special Representatives for the border question, Wang and Doval, held “substantive talks” and reached …

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US drops $10m reward for arrest of Syria’s new leader after Damascus talks
3 days, 15 hours ago

US drops $10m reward for arrest of Syria’s new leader after Damascus talks

Al Jazeera  

Diplomat Barbara Leaf says US received ‘positive messages’ in talks with HTS leader Ahmed al-Sharaa in Syrian capital. Leaf said the US decided to drop the reward for al-Sharaa after receiving “positive messages” during Friday’s discussions, including a promise to ensure that “terrorist” groups cannot pose a threat. “We fully support a Syrian-led and Syrian-owned political process that results in …

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"I've done my time": Annette O'Toole talks "Virgin River" and leaving Superman behind for good
3 days, 15 hours ago

"I've done my time": Annette O'Toole talks "Virgin River" and leaving Superman behind for good

Salon  

When you've spent nearly 60 years in show business, you might be justified in thinking about cutting back or hanging it up. But for "Virgin River" star Annette O'Toole, other people's retirements are her golden opportunities. "As you get older," she said during our recent "Salon Talks" conversation, "more actresses just say, I don't want to do this anymore.' Watch …

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"Saddest days": "Wicked" star Ethan Slater's ex-wife talks divorce amid Ariana Grande relationship
3 days, 15 hours ago

"Saddest days": "Wicked" star Ethan Slater's ex-wife talks divorce amid Ariana Grande relationship

Salon  

Lilly Jay, a psychologist and the ex-wife of "Wicked" star Ethan Slater, revealed how she felt about her marriage's public deterioration amid her husband's new relationship with co-star Ariana Grande in an essay for The Cut. However, in 2023, Slater filed for divorce amidst speculation that he and Grande had begun a relationship while filming "Wicked." While Jay, as a …

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Blinken announces aid for Sudan and talks about AI risks at UN Security Council
4 days, 3 hours ago

Blinken announces aid for Sudan and talks about AI risks at UN Security Council

Associated Press  

UNITED NATIONS — Secretary of State Antony Blinken announced $200 million in humanitarian aid for conflict-torn Sudan during what was likely his final trip to the United Nations while in office. With the U.N. Security Council more divided than ever, Blinken led two meetings of the U.N.’s most powerful body on Thursday, capping his engagements with the world body after …

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Russia ready to compromise with Trump on Ukraine war: Putin
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4 days, 15 hours ago

Russia ready to compromise with Trump on Ukraine war: Putin

India Today  

Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Thursday that he was ready to compromise over Ukraine in possible talks with U.S. President-elect Donald Trump on ending the war and had no conditions for starting talks with the Ukrainian authorities. "We have always said that we are ready for negotiations and compromises," Putin said, after saying that Russian forces, advancing across the …

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Zelenskyy discusses security guarantees for Ukraine with Nato, European leaders
4 days, 15 hours ago

Zelenskyy discusses security guarantees for Ukraine with Nato, European leaders

India Today  

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy held talks with Nato Secretary General Mark Rutte and other European leaders on Wednesday, aiming to get immediate help to bolster Kyiv's war effort and discuss longer-term security guarantees. Zelenskyy told reporters that Wednesday's talks in Brussels, and a discussion with the European Union's 27 national leaders the following day, were "a very good opportunity to …

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Director Shankar talks about Indian 2 debacle and Indian 3's theatrical release
4 days, 15 hours ago

Director Shankar talks about Indian 2 debacle and Indian 3's theatrical release

India Today  

Director Shankar broke his silence on the failure of Kamal Haasan's Indian 2 for the first time. Indian 2, starring Kamal Haasan, was mercilessly trolled upon its release. When asked about the rumours of OTT release for Indian 3, he said, "I will start work on Indian 3 once I finish working on Indian 2. Indian 2 features Kamal Haasan, …

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Israel escalates Gaza bombardment as ceasefire talks intensify
4 days, 15 hours ago

Israel escalates Gaza bombardment as ceasefire talks intensify

Al Jazeera  

US and Arab mediators are working round-the-clock to hammer out a ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas, sources close to the talks told the Reuters news agency, while in the Gaza Strip medics said Israeli strikes had killed 41 Palestinians on Thursday. In Gaza, medics said at least 13 Palestinians were killed overnight in separate Israeli air strikes, including on …

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Putin boasts of gains in Ukraine at annual news conference meant to reinforce his authority
4 days, 15 hours ago

Putin boasts of gains in Ukraine at annual news conference meant to reinforce his authority

LA Times  

Russian President Vladimir Putin gestures while speaking during his annual news conference and call-in show at Gostinny Dvor in Moscow, Russia, Thursday. President Vladimir Putin boasted that his military operation in Ukraine has strengthened Russia and denied that the ouster of key ally Bashar Assad in Syria had hurt Moscow’s prestige, as he took questions at his annual news conference …

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Romania’s political tumult continues as leftist party leaves talks to form pro-European coalition
4 days, 15 hours ago

Romania’s political tumult continues as leftist party leaves talks to form pro-European coalition

LA Times  

A man waves the Romanian flag outside a voting station in Mogosoaia, Romania, on Sunday after the country’s Constitutional Court annulled the first round of presidential elections. Romania’s leftist Social Democratic Party on Thursday withdrew from negotiations to form a pro-European coalition government, extending political turmoil that has gripped the European Union country after a top court annulled a presidential …

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US and Qatar intensify efforts for Gaza ceasefire with deal close
4 days, 22 hours ago

US and Qatar intensify efforts for Gaza ceasefire with deal close

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The US, joined by mediators …

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Keely Hodgkinson launches her own indoor athletics event - with BBC in talks to broadcast it - and targets breaking world record in attempt to revolutionise the sport
5 days, 3 hours ago

Keely Hodgkinson launches her own indoor athletics event - with BBC in talks to broadcast it - and targets breaking world record in attempt to revolutionise the sport

Daily Mail  

Keely Hodgkinson has announced the launch of her own indoor athletics event as she looks to use her platform to revolutionise the sport. The newly crowned BBC Sports Personality of the Year will stage the inaugural ‘Keely Klassic’ in Birmingham in February, with the Beeb already in talks to broadcast it. Keely Hodgkinson was crowned BBC Sports Personality of the …

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Honda and Nissan talk potential merger to compete with Tesla and Chinese EV makers
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5 days, 7 hours ago

Honda and Nissan talk potential merger to compete with Tesla and Chinese EV makers

The Independent  

Sign up to the Independent Climate email for the latest advice on saving the planet Get our free Climate email Get our free Climate email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Top Japanese carmakers Honda and Nissan could join forces to compete with Chinese rivals in …

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Japanese carmakers Honda, Nissan in preliminary merger talks: reports
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5 days, 7 hours ago

Japanese carmakers Honda, Nissan in preliminary merger talks: reports

Deccan Chronicle  

Tokyo: Japanese auto giants Honda and Nissan are in preliminary merger talks to help them compete against Tesla and Chinese electric vehicle makers, media reports said Wednesday. Honda announced plans in May to double investment in electric vehicles to $65 billion by 2030, part of its ambitious target set three years ago of achieving 100 percent EV sales by 2040. …

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